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'I've had pneumonia twice and fear cold winters which make my health worse'
County Durham's Tamzin Usher fears the winter weather which exacerbates her health issues.
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County Durham day nursery helps raise £300 for cancer charity
Clever Clogs Day Nursery in Bowburn, County Durham, raised £300 for Macmillan Cancer Support through a community fundraiser featuring a coffee morning, cake sale, and raffle.
Freemasons support new park run launched in North East - despite storm Claudia
Durham Freemasons backed the successful launch of the weekly Elemore Park parkrun, which held its inaugural event in Hetton-le-Hole, despite the impact of storm Claudia.
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Driver fined for 'failing to show reasonable consideration' on A688
Victoria McConell, of Birtley, was fined and given penalty points for driving without reasonable consideration for others on the A688 at Tursdale, County Durham.
New planning measures to control number and location of HMOs in County Durham
Durham County Council has confirmed a countywide Article 4 Direction to better regulate houses in multiple occupation (HMOs), following a public consultation that received over 1,400 responses, with around 80% in support.
PM hails strength of Maya Chappell’s family and vows to make sure 'meetings happen'
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has committed to talking with government ministers about the vital Maya's Law campaign.
Christmas is well and truly on: North East attraction gets festive makeover
Adventure Valley in Durham has been transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland, offering families a festive experience filled with Christmas-themed activities and seasonal fun.
Man banned from driving for being over drug-driving limit on A690
Nathan Middleton, 33, from Washington, has been banned from driving after being caught over the drug-driving limit on the A690 in County Durham.
Plans submitted to turn three-bed house in Durham into a HMO
Plans have been submitted to Durham County Council to turn a home on Providence Place, Durham, into a house in multiple occupation (HMO).
Hammer-wielding Spennymoor thug attacked ex's eyes after tearing door off hinges
A man has been jailed for repeatedly breached a restraining order, damaging his ex-partner's property and threatening her with violence.
Durham County Council Sets Out New Apprenticeship Strategy for 2025 to 2028
A new strategy outlining how a council plans to build on its success in recruiting and supporting apprentices is set to be presented to its Cabinet next week. Durham County Council’s Cabinet will hear that since 2019, the local authority has employed 951 apprentices and delivered over 1,100 upskil...
HMP Durham prisoner tried to cut inmate's throat in razor blade attack
An inmate branded a “dangerous” offender carried out an unprovoked razor blade attack on another prisoner at HMP Durham.
What is the weather like in Darlington and County Durham this week?
The Met Office has issued a detailed weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the week ahead
Countdown Begins for Durham Christmas Festival 2025 with Markets and Lantern Parade
Preparations are already underway for the Durham Christmas Festival 2025, set to return from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 December. The popular three-day event will bring hundreds of small businesses, many from across the North East, into the heart of Durham city, offering a festive shopping experience acro...
The paedophiles recently in court that every parent should be aware of
In the last six weeks, a string of sick paedophiles have been brought before the courts :: here are just a number that you should be aware of.
Durham house with stunning views on the market for £1.95m
Shincliffe Hall, a Grade II listed Georgian estate dating from 1771, is on the market offering rare seclusion just minutes from Durham City.
Face of vile County Durham rapist who got a 'thrill' from causing his victim pain
A rapist who seemed to get a thrill from the violence he inflicted upon his victim is starting a lengthy prison sentence.
Pints, plates and a new look: Durham pub re-opens after two week renovation
A traditional Durham boozer that prides itself on its top grub and relaxing atmosphere has re-opened after a total overhaul.
Drunk and drugged-up man kicked and bit police officers in hospital
A heavily intoxicated County Durham man kicked and bit police officers while they tried to restrain him when he became aggressive in a hospital.
A face from the past as village prepares for a day of history
IN times gone by, Gainford was known as the “queen of the Durham villages” and next month she will be crowned by having a volume of the Victoria County History published in her honour.